【Important notes】 ・International Buyers: Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping charges. These charges are the buyer’s responsibility. ・Please check with your country’s customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding/buying. These duties are paid to your country's customs office and not to us. Prompt payment of these fees is necessary to ensure delivery of your item. 【Product details】 This exquisite three-legged table crafted during the Showa period is a splendid example of traditional Japanese lacquerware by Ichigo Iccho, a renowned master of the Wajima lacquer and maki-e techniques. The vermillion lacquered surface is elegantly adorned with detailed maki-e designs of chrysanthemums and bellflowers, set amidst geometric diamond patterns enhanced with gold leaf. Maki-e is a traditional Japanese decorative technique where gold or silver powder is sprinkled onto wet lacquer to produce intricate designs. The "Hidehira-nuri" technique specifically features decorations known as "Yusoku Hishimon," which include diamond and tanzaku (slender strips) shaped gold leaf arranged over Genji clouds, offering a richly symbolic and traditional motif in the Japanese aristocratic style. Chrysanthemums in Japanese culture symbolize longevity and rejuvenation, while bellflowers represent unchanging love, making this piece not only a visually stunning work but also rich in symbolism. Ichigo Iccho (1898-1991) was born in Ishikawa Prefecture and has been celebrated for his unique color sensibility, bold artistic decisions, and superior compositional skills, making him one of Japan’s highest-regarded maki-e artisans. His creations were selected several times for the prestigious Nitten exhibition and even garnered the patronage of the Crown Princess Michiko. Please note, there are signs of wear consistent with age, including slight scratches, lacquer chips, and general signs of use. Please review the photographs for a detailed look at this item’s condition. Dimension: approx. H 24 cm W 42.5 cm D 42.5 cm ・Please make sure to review all the provided information and images before placing your bid. ・We make every effort to accurately represent the product's colors and textures in our photos. However, due to differences in monitors and device displays, as well as photographic conditions, slight color variations between the photos and the actual product may occur. We ask for your understanding in advance. Thank you for your interest, and happy bidding!